Housekeeper - U

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Booth Centre in Hamilton is seeking a part-time Housekeeper to maintain a clean and safe environment for residents. You will work under the supervision of the Shelter Manager, with duties including cleaning, linen handling, and grounds maintenance, while showing compassion and respect to residents.

Shifts are Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays from 4pm to 12am. Hourly wage starts at 18.77 CAD, with consideration for experience and internal equity.

Qualifications

• Must align with The Salvation Army Booth Centre mission.
• Experience in housekeeping/janitorial services.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and materials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Willingness to obtain a vulnerable sector police check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exterior grounds as assigned (debris and snow removal).
• Maintain interior by cleaning, changing linens, and removing garbage and recycling.
• Ensure bathrooms are clean and stocked with supplies.
• Sweep, mop, and clean dining rooms, hallways, stairs, elevator, and TV rooms.
• Wash linens; handle cleaning supplies per WHMIS guidelines.
• Be courteous to residents and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Assist in emergency response as required.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Independent work

Lifting 40 lbs

Vulnerable sector check

Education

First Aid and CPR, non-violent Crisis Intervention and WHMIS certificate

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

THE SALVATION ARMY

HAMILTON BOOTH CENTRE- 94 York Blvd, Hamilton

JOB DESCRIPTION

UNION ROLE: UNIFOR LOCAL 2003E

Salary: $18.77 per hour

Postion Type - Part-Time

Hours - Saturday, Sunday, Statutory Holidays 4pm-12am

JOB TITLE:

HOUSEKEEPER

OBJECTIVE:

In compliance with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army Booth Centre, to minister to those in need and other persons affected by homelessness by practical assistance through a demonstration of Christian love and concern. Under the direct supervision of the Shelter Manager, the Housekeeper will provide a service to residents/clients by maintaining the Booth Centre at a high standard of cleanliness and safety while interacting in a positive supportive manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be in agreement and comply with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army Booth Centre, Hamilton.
• Possess a combination of education and life-related experience in housekeeping / janitorial services.
• Possess knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and cleaning materials.
• Possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Manage time wisely
• Possess a current First Aid and CPR, non-violent Crisis Intervention and WHIMIS certificate.
• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and under supervision.
• Ability to lift/carry loads up to forty pounds.
• Willingness to obtain a satisfactory vulnerable sector police check

REPORTING TO:

Facilities Manager – Direct

Director of Environmental Services – Indirect

Executive Director – Indirect

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties will vary dependent upon shift worked.

Maintain exterior grounds by:

• Ensuring all debris and snow is removed from the front and back entrances and walkway (sweep, wash off shovel, salt) if assigned

Maintain interior of building by:

• Preform discharges; change linens, pack belongings, sanitize
• Remove garbage and recycling from building
• Ensure that all bathrooms are clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Ensure that the dining room floor and walls are clean by sweeping and mopping the floor and washing down the walls as required.
  • Sweeping and mopping all hallways as scheduled and washing the walls as required
  • Sweeping and mopping all stairs and the ramp as scheduled
  • Cleaning the elevator floor and walls
  • Sweeping and mopping the floors in the TV Rooms
  • Cleaning office floors, walls and furniture as scheduled
  • Cleaning windows and doors as required
  • Cleaning spills, leaks etc. as they occur
• Wash linens
• Handle cleaning supplies per WHMIS guidelines
• Be courteous to residents, treating them with dignity and respect (DO NOT FRATERNIZE)
• Other housekeeping responsibilities as assigned
• Assist in emergency response as required

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Centre’s Policies and Procedure manual and make suggestions to improve it.
• Meet with the Facilities Manager for supervision as scheduled
• Model appropriate qualities for this position i.e., self-motivation, punctuality, and personal hygiene
• Commit to and sign the Centre’s confidentiality form
• Attend staff meetings, workshops and conferences as authorized by the centre
• Respect the moral and religious component of The Salvation Army
• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional manner

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $18.77 to $18.77 with a maximum of $18.77.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.